Ellis likely out entire trip

Now that the MRI analysis has been done, the Warriors are not optimistic that Monta Ellis will be on their five-game road trip at any point. Here’s the news release:

MONTA ELLIS INJURY UPDATE

3/2/10

MONTA ELLIS:

Warriors guard Monta Ellis, who did not play in Saturday’s game against the Detroit Pistons due to back pain, underwent an MRI yesterday in the Bay Area. The MRI revealed a lower back strain and Ellis, most likely, will not join the team during its current five-game road trip.